From Raja Shivaji to Farzand, films that immortalised the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on screen
On the occasion of Shivaji Jayanti, we look at Indian films that immortalised the legacy of the legendary Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his vision of 'Purna Swaraj'
Updated on : 19 February,2025 10:24 AM IST | Compiled by : Athulya Nambiar
Sinhagad (1933 & 1935)
It is Marathi historical fact film directed by V. Shantaram. The story was based on Hari Narayan Apte's literary classic novel "Gad Ala Pan Sinha Gela" (I Won The Fort But Lost A Lion). Apte was a famous Marathi novelist of the early twentieth century.
Maratha Tituka Melvava (1964)
A historical Marathi film about Shivaji’s ideals and governance.
Pawankhind (2022)
A Marathi film about Bajiprabhu Deshpande’s sacrifice while protecting Shivaji.
Tanhaji (2020)
This commercial Hindi film was focused on Shivaji Maharaj's trusted aide Tanhaji Malusare and his the battle of Kondadev fort
Me Shivaji Raje Bhosale Boltoy (2009)
A modern Marathi film where Shivaji Maharaj's spirit inspires a common man.
Raja Shivaji (upcoming)
Raja Shivaji is a historical action film directed by Riteish Deshmukh, who will also play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the movie. The film follows the journey of young Shivaji, who rebelled against mighty powers and went on to become the revered Raja Shivaji.
Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat (Upcoming)
It is an unreleased Indian Marathi-language period drama film directed by Mahesh Manjrekar and produced by Vaseem Qureshi under the banner of Qureshi Productions. Akshay Kumar will play the Maratha king. This will also mark his first Marathi film
